Position Title:Â HR Manager
Wage:Â Based on Experience
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Human Resources Manager to join our growing team in Springfield, MO. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, champion organizational culture, and drive people-focused initiatives that support continued growth.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by leading full-spectrum HR operations, enhancing employee experience, strengthening engagement, and developing scalable processes to support an expanding workforce.
HR Manager Responsibilities:
- Lead the full recruitment lifecycle, from headcount approval through onboarding, in a high-growth environment where hiring is a key priority
- Develop and implement innovative employee retention and engagement strategies
- Partner with leadership to identify talent needs and develop workforce planning initiatives
- Serve as a trusted partner to site leadership, providing guidance on HR best practices
- Collaborate with corporate and cross-functional HR teams to align local initiatives with broader organizational strategies
- Analyze HR trends and metrics to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement efforts
- Lead employee relations activities with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture
- Address employee concerns professionally and effectively
- Partner with Learning & Development teams to design and deliver training programs
- Support the execution of learning strategies that promote employee growth and organizational success
- Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws, policies, and procedures
- Oversee HR systems, benefits administration, and site-level HR processes
- Manage Workers’ Compensation and FMLA programs
- Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing
- Oversee HR administrative functions and systems
- Coach, mentor, and develop HR team members, including HR Coordinators, Recruiters, and Payroll staff
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiency
- Support Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives to promote a safe workplace
- Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives
Requirements for HR Manager:
- At least six years of general Human Resources experience, including at least 2 years in a Human Resources Manager or Human Resources Business Partner role
- Experience leading and developing direct reports
- Prior employee and labor relations experience
- Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
- Excellent organizational, relationship-building, communication, and influencing skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HRIS systems
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Manufacturing industry experience preferred
- Experience with payroll administration preferred
- Familiarity with HRIS platforms such as Paylocity preferred
- Experience implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives is a plus
- Lean and/or Six Sigma experience is a plus
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